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CVE-2012-6141

UnknownEPSS 2.33%

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CVE-2012-6141 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The App::Context module 0.01 through 0.968 for Perl does not properly use the Storable::thaw function, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted request to (1) App::Session::Cookie or (2) App::Session::HTMLHidden, which is not properly handled when it is deserialized.. EPSS estimates a 2.33% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The App::Context module 0.01 through 0.968 for Perl does not properly use the Storable::thaw function, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted request to (1) App::Session::Cookie or (2) App::Session::HTMLHidden, which is not properly handled when it is deserialized.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
2.33%

81.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersionsUpdate
Stephen AdkinsApp\\Context

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2012-6141?
The App::Context module 0.01 through 0.968 for Perl does not properly use the Storable::thaw function, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted request to (1) App::Session::Cookie or (2) App::Session::HTMLHidden, which is not properly handled when it is deserialized.
How severe is CVE-2012-6141?
Severity scoring for CVE-2012-6141 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.33% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2012-6141?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST